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WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury to persons - Use this operator only with Residential Sectional Garage doors.
Owner's Manual
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Please read and understand this manual and safety instructions carefully before installation.
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The Opener WILL NOT CLOSE until the Photo Eye Safety System is properly installed and aligned.
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REGULARLY CHECK and TEST the Opener according to the safety label to ENSURE SAFE OPERATION.
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Retain this manual for future reference.
Serial # __ __ __ __ __ __ __
Located on the label on top of your opener.
The illustrations used in this instruction manual may differ from the actual product you have purchased.
GDO Manual Revised: 09-17
Date Installed __ __ /__ __ /__ __ __ __
Chain Or Belt Drive
GDOMU13A-2
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- Page 1 WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury to persons - Use this operator only with Residential Sectional Garage doors. Chain Or Belt Drive Owner’s Manual ● Please read and understand this manual and safety instructions carefully before installation. ● The Opener WILL NOT CLOSE until the Photo Eye Safety System is properly installed and aligned. ●...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction Symbols and Icons Inventory Read and Follow These Important Safety Instructions Preparation / Door Balance Test Tools Required Assembly Assembling T-Rail to Operator Tension the Belt / Chain (Optional) Installation Mounting Header Bracket Attaching Rail to Header Bracket and Mounting Door Bracket Mounting Opener to Ceiling Attaching Door Arms Installing Light and Emergency Release Handle... -
Page 3: Inventory
Inventory Opener Unit + Light Lens Battery holster Portable Battery Premium 3-Button w/ motion-sensing light w/ flash light feature Remote Light bulb is not included) Door Control included in some models Door Control Screw #6 x 1-3/8” Screw #6 x 1-3/8” Door Control Deluxe Door Drywall Anchor... -
Page 4: Read And Follow These Important Safety Instructions
Read and Follow These Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING — To reduce the risk of severe injury or death: READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. Install only on a properly balanced garage door. An improperly balanced door has the potential to inflict severe injury. -
Page 5: Preparation / Door Balance Test
Preparation WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: - Before beginning installation of the Opener please complete the following test to ensure that your door is balanced and in good working condition. - A poorly balanced door can cause serious injury and damage to the Opener. - Always have a qualified garage door service technician make any required adjustments and/or repairs to your door before proceeding with installation. -
Page 6: Assembling T-Rail To Operator
Assembling T-Rail WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - Keep hands and fingers clear from sprocket during operation. - Wear gloves when installing chain/belt and cable. - Keep hands and fingers away from joints and possible sharp edges. CAUTION - DO NOT connect power until instructed. -
Page 7: Tension The Belt / Chain (Optional)
Tension the Belt / Chain WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - Keep hands and fingers clear from sprocket during operation. - Wear gloves when installing chain/belt and cable. - Keep hands and fingers away from joints and possible sharp edges. Note: The chain or belt rail assembly comes pre-tensioned from the factory. -
Page 8: Mounting Header Bracket
Mounting Header Bracket WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - The Header Bracket MUST be SECURELY fastened to the structural support on the mounting wall or ceiling, otherwise the door may not reverse when required. DO NOT install the Header Bracket over drywall. - Concrete anchors MUST be used when mounting the Header Bracket into masonry. -
Page 9: Attaching Rail To Header Bracket And Mounting Door Bracket
Attaching Rail to Header Bracket and Mounting Door Bracket CAUTION To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - REINFORCEMENT is recommended for fiberglass, aluminum or lightweight steel garage doors BEFORE installing the door Bracket. Contact your door manufacturer for reinforcement options. To Attach the Opener to the Header Bracket As shown in Fig.1, use the packaging carton as temporary support for the Opener. -
Page 10: Mounting Opener To Ceiling
Mounting Opener to Ceiling WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - Install the Opener at least 7 feet (2.13m) above the floor. - Fasten the Opener SECURELY to STRUCTURAL SUPPORTS of the garage to prevent falling. - If installing Brackets to masonry, concrete anchors (not provided) MUST be used. -
Page 11: Attaching Door Arms
Attaching Door Arms WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY: - DO NOT connect power until instructed. - Keep hands and fingers away from the sprocket during operation. - Wear gloves when installing chain/belt and cable. - Keep hands and fingers away from joints and possible sharp edges. NOTE: The straight door arm must be installed vertically to the door when door is at closed position. -
Page 12: Installing Light And Emergency Release Handle
Installing Light and Emergency Release Handle WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: - Disconnect power cord before installing/replacing light bulb. To prevent possible OVERHEATING or damage to Opener: - Use ONLY A19 (E26) incandescent bulbs (100W max.). - DO NOT use short neck or specialty light bulbs. -
Page 13: Wiring Instructions
Wiring Instructions WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: - Power MUST NOT be connected until instructed. - NO exposed part of the wire should be visible outside of the terminal for proper connection. In the following section, the Photo Eye Safety System and Push Button will be connected to the Opener. -
Page 14: Connecting Photo Eye Safety System
Connecting Photo Eye Safety System WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: - Power MUST NOT be connected BEFORE Photo Eye Safety system is connected and aligned. - The Opener will not operate until the Photo Eye Safety System is properly connected and aligned. - Install the Photo Eyes NO higher than 6”... -
Page 15: Connecting Door Control Console
Connecting Door Control Console WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution: - Power MUST NOT be connected until instructed. To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from using the Door Control Console or Push Button and a closing door: - Install the Door Control Console or Push Button within sight of the door at a minimum height of 5 feet (1.5m) above the floor. -
Page 16: Connecting Power
Connecting Power WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from electrocution or fire: - Power MUST be DISCONNECTED BEFORE proceeding with permanent wiring procedures. - Garage Door Opener installation and wiring MUST be in compliance with all local electrical and building codes. -
Page 17: Travel Limit Adjustment-I. Up Limit
Travel Limit Adjustment— I. UP Limit WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from improper Force Adjustment: - DO NOT adjust force to compensate binding or sticking of the garage door. Call a qualified garage door service person to make necessary adjustments in case of binding. - DO NOT increase force beyond minimum force required for closing the door. -
Page 18: Travel Limit Adjustment-Ii. Down Limit
Travel Limit Adjustment— II. DOWN Limit WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from improper Force Adjustment: - DO NOT adjust force to compensate binding or sticking of the garage door. Call a qualified garage door service person to make necessary adjustments in case of binding. - DO NOT increase force beyond minimum force required for closing the door. -
Page 19: Auto Force Adjustment
Auto Force Adjustment WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from improper Force Adjustment: - DO NOT adjust force to compensate binding or sticking of the garage door. Call a qualified garage door service person to make necessary adjustments in case of binding. - DO NOT increase force beyond minimum force required for closing the door. -
Page 20: Final Adjustment And Testing
Final Adjustments and Testing WARNING To prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH from a closing garage door: - The Safety Reversal Test MUST be conducted ONCE A MONTH. - NO ONE should cross the path of moving door during operation and/or testing. - If either Force or Travel limit adjustment is made, the other adjustment may also needed. -
Page 21: Premium 3-Button Remote Control
Programming Premium 3-Button Remote Controls WARNING To Prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: - Keep remote control and battery out of reach of children. - NEVER permit children to access the Remote Controls. - Operate the door ONLY when it is properly adjusted, and there are no obstructions present. - ALWAYS keep a moving door in sight until completely closed. -
Page 22: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of severe injury or death: READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Never let children operate or play with door controls. Keep the remote control away from children. Always keep the moving door in sight and away from people and objects until it is completely closed. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE PATH OF THE MOVING DOOR. -
Page 23: Operating The Opener
Operating the Opener WARNING To Prevent SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH: - READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND LABELS - Keep Remote Control and battery out of reach of children. - NEVER permit children to access the Door Control Console, Push Button or Remote Controls. - Operate the door ONLY when it is properly adjusted, and there are no obstructions and is in clear sight. - Page 24 Operating the Opener Door Status vs. Activation Activation using Door Control Console or Premium 3-Button Remote Control Door status Door at fully open / close position Door will move to fully close / open position Door is closing Door will reverse Door is opening Door will stop Door is stopped as intended in partially open position...
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Page 25: Installing Portable Battery
Installing Portable Battery AC Power Disconnected # 8 x 1/2” Motion-sensing Light Installing the Portable Battery: Disconnect Main Power Attach the holster to the opener Insert the Portable Battery into the holster Fasten it to the opener unit with #8 x 1/2” screws provided Reconnect Main Power Proceed to testing on shown on pg.20 Battery and Status Indicator... -
Page 26: Introduction To Portable Battery 2
Introduction to Portable Battery Features Built-in ultra-bright LED flash light with 3 lighting modes, High ● beam /Fast Strobe / SOS. LED indicators showing the battery and status. ● Built-in protection features: over current protection; short circuit ● protection, overload protection, over-voltage protection,... -
Page 27: Operation During Power Outage / Portable Battery Instruction
Operation During Power Outage / Portable Battery Instruction Portable Battery Instructions AC Power Disconnected For handheld application, the portable battery can be used in Handheld mode for various features as illustrated below. To use the portable battery in handheld mode, remove it from the holster when opener in NOT in operation. -
Page 28: Maintenance / Troubleshooting
Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Door balance test, refer to page 5. Once a month Safety reverse test, refer to page 20. Twice a year Check chain/belt tension ( refer to page 7 for adjustment if necessary). - Limit and Force adjustment may be necessary due to weather conditions. Refer to pages 17-19 for adjustment. -
Page 29: Installation And Accessory Parts
Repair Parts Installation Parts Item Part No. Name / Description GUAT-027 Header Bracket GUAT-022 Door Bracket Hardware Bag GUAT-023 (Installation hardware shown on P.3) GUAT-024 Curved Door Arm GUAT-025 Straight Door Arm GUAT-026 Emergency Release Handle & Rope Accessories Item Part No. -
Page 30: Opener Assembly Parts
Opener Assembly Parts Part No. Name / Description Item Part No. Name / Description GUDT-301 Chassis GUDT-309 Lamp Plate GUDT-321 Transformer GUDT-318 Back Panel (Holster-mount) GUDT-322 Logic Board GUDT-310 Light Lens GUDT-323 DC Motor (with encoder shaft) GUDT-311 Light Lens Clip GUDT-314 Encoder Module GUDT-319... -
Page 31: Warranty
Your operator has been installed by a professional installation specialist. If service information is required please contact the installing company or your local Guardian dealer. Look for your Guardian dealer online, in the yellow pages or call our service number for a dealer near you.